Eight subway lines and a surface line of the government-run Korean National Railroad (KNR)
serve the transportation needs of Seoul citizens and visitors most effectively. Station names,
ticket counters, and transfer signs are all clearly marked in English as well as Korean,
the different lines are color-coded, and all trains make announcements in English and Korean.
The subways themselves are clean and efficient, air-conditioned, and have automatic
ticket dispensers and convenient bus connections.
Standard tickets
Basic fare (900 won) to 10 kilometers
100 won for each additional 5 kilometers.
How to use the ticket dispenser
1. First of all, prepare coins for tickets so others do not have to wait in line.
2. Select your destination.
3. If you need more than two tickets, use the button for multiple tickets.
4. Deposit the correct amount. Change is given, if you deposit more than the exact amount.
5. Take your ticket(s) and change.
